May is Older Americans Month

Older Americans Month has been celebrated in the United States since 1963, United States with ceremonies, events, fairs, and other activities.

Each year the Administration on Aging (AoA) issues a theme for Older Americans Month. This year's theme, "Living Today for a Better Tomorrow," reflects AoA's continued focus on health and prevention efforts. In anticipation of Older Americans Month, the Census Bureau released a fact sheet describing America's 2009 older demographic.

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